What's happened
On the anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack, Israel mourns over 1,200 lives lost while the war continues in Gaza and Lebanon. Commemorations highlight the ongoing trauma for both Israelis and Palestinians, with significant casualties and humanitarian crises reported in Gaza.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to the New York Times, the anniversary of the Hamas attack has brought forth deep mourning in Israel, with families remembering the 1,200 lives lost. The article highlights the ongoing military actions in Gaza, where over 40,000 Palestinians have died, creating a humanitarian crisis. In contrast, The Guardian discusses the societal impact of the war, noting that while life in Tel Aviv appears normal, the shadow of the conflict looms large, with reminders of hostages everywhere. The Independent emphasizes the government's failure to secure the release of hostages, leading to public frustration and protests. This divergence in focus illustrates the complex emotional landscape in Israel, where mourning and anger coexist amid ongoing violence.
How we got here
The Oct. 7, 2023, attack by Hamas marked a turning point in Israeli-Palestinian relations, leading to a prolonged conflict that has resulted in unprecedented casualties and humanitarian crises, particularly in Gaza.
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Benjamin Netanyahu is an Israeli politician serving as Prime Minister of Israel since 2009, and previously from 1996 to 1999. Netanyahu is also the Chairman of the Likud – National Liberal Movement.
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Hamas is a Palestinian Sunni-Islamic fundamentalist militant organization. It has a social service wing, Dawah, and a military wing, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades.
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Israel, formally known as the State of Israel, is a country in Western Asia, located on the southeastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea and the northern shore of the Red Sea.